A nursery under threat of closure has been judged "inadequate" for the second time this year.

Earlier this week, Ofsted published its latest report for Alison's Childcare And Early Education (ACE) Ltd, in Robian Way, Swadlincote.

The government watchdog is still seeking to cancel the ACE's registration - a move against which the nursery has launched an appeal.

And Ofsted bosses today revealed a tribunal that will decide ACE's future has been scheduled for early next year.

A spokesman for Ofsted said: "We're still seeking to cancel their registration, pending the outcome of a tribunal early next year. We will monitor the provider in the meantime."

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It comes after the nursery was inspected on July 25 and given the same "inadequate" rating it got for its previous inspection on February 4.

This time it was found to be inadequate for the effectiveness of leadership and management; quality of teaching, learning and assessment; personal development; behaviour; and welfare and outcomes for children.

ACE has been approached for comment, but is yet to return Burton Live's calls.

Concerns raised in the report

One point raised by the inspector was that weaknesses identified at the last inspection were not addressed, which "demonstrates their continued lack of ability to meet the legal requirements of the early years foundation stage".

The inspection found children are not cared for by staff who knew them well, which means they did not know how to help children learn the skills ready for the next stage of their education.

The report reads: "The provider does not have robust systems to make sure children are kept safe.

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The report was not all negative - it found children were independent and communicated their own needs.

Parents are also kept informed about their child's day, including being told of any achievements.

Actions the nursery was told to take to improve include "ensuring records of accidents occurring on the premises are accurate", ensuring food adhered to children's dietary requirements and providing staff with induction training.

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